Recent content by stevemorris6

so I picked this old compressor and it sure needs a plumbing job! there is a 1/4 copper line from the tank inlet to a pressure relief valve on the pressure switch, I assume that's supposed to release cylinder pressure when the pressure switch stops the motor. But its hooked into the main line...

and some questions ive had the old beast holding at 110 psi for 4 hours, no visible leaks there is a safety relief valve, its stamped 175, so I assume 175 psi, its in great condition a couple of questions: I want to change the crankcase oil, what should I use the pressure switch has a small...

thanks for the warm welcome I have a fully equipped woodworking shop where everything is older than me and im approaching 60!! I did post in the "old compressors" thread as well with an old unit I aquirred yesterday I do have a couple of names that most of you would never hear of, craftmaster...

here's an old compressor I just picked up, no idea of the age the tank hold pressure but the plumbing doesn't very well the pump is a champion, compressor has "service station equipment co ltd Toronto Canada" cast into the drip tray the tank is 1/4 thick steel riveted together motor is a modern...

hi to all, new member here! im an old woodworking tool guy, mostly Canadian made beavers but some deltas, parks, crescent and a few others for good measure